Thursday, February 03, 2011

RootsTech registration details, evening events, and more

Just a few housekeeping items as you prepare for the first annual RootsTech Conference next week:

1. Reserve your evening event tickets by Sunday, February 6!

Don't miss the evening events at RootsTech! If you haven't reserved your spot, log in and RSVP by February

2. These events are free for attendees, but you must reserve your ticket online.

For a limited time, lunch events are still open for reservation!

No lunch plans for RootsTech? It's not too late to join a sponsored lunch. Sign up here by Monday, February 7 .

3. Know how, when, and where to register!

Registration opens at 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 10 on the 2nd floor of the north end of the Salt Palace Convention Center. Arrive early to pick up your registration materials and conference bag before joining the opening keynote session at 8:30 a.m. Don't forget to check the Unconferencing board located near the registration booth for exciting unscheduled discussions throughout the week.

Evening Event Details:

Night at the Planetarium, sponsored by brightsolid, Feb 10, 5:30 pm-9:30 pm
Join us Thursday night when Salt Lake's Clark Planetarium opens up exclusively for RootsTech attendees. Enjoy an out-of-this-world experience complete with a casual dinner, star shows, 3D IMAX movies, and interactive exhibits! A limited number of guest tickets are also available.

Late Night at the Library, sponsored by Ancestry.com, Feb 11, 7:00 pm-12:00 am
On Friday night, stay up late at the Family History Library! Attend the "Who Do You Think You Are" viewing party, enjoy refreshments, and take advantage of extended research hours. And if you don't know a pedigree chart from a probate record, come to a unique workshop designed to introduce technology experts to the basics of family history.